Payments Analyst Job Description: As part of our Global Finance Organisation, we have an exciting opportunity within our European Finance Shared Service Centre to be part of a high performing team. Our aim is to provide an effective customer experience through collaboration, working effectively and efficiently, continuous improvement and creating an innovative area within our operational expertise. As we continue to grow at pace, this role is key to supporting our growth and ensuring all activity aligns to the business strategy. Working collaboratively, you will be part of the Payments Team (Travel and Expenses) in the European Finance Shared Service Centre. This role would suit someone from a Finance Travel and Expenses background, who has communication and customer service skills and the ability to process high volume transactions, accurately and timely. Key Responsibilities: Key Responsibilities: • Process all employee Travel & Expenses claims within SLA’s • Audit / review expense submissions in line with company policy • Monitor and maintain our internal query platform to support and resolve user issues • Provide regular training via teams / F2F to new and existing users • Review and action corporate credit card applications / credit limit changes • Balance sheet reconciliations • Carry out and evidence monthly controls to minimise business risk • Maintain GRNI • Collaborate with colleagues / key stakeholders at all levels • Take ownership and troubleshoot system and user access issues • Document and review processes • Identify and communicate opportunities for automation and process improvements • Work closely with the wider business to support with projects / new technologies, through to successful implementation Skills: • Experience working with MS Office / MS Platforms (Teams, Power BI etc.,) • Effectively plan and priorities workloads • Problem solving • Communication skills including presenting • Manage and deliver change at pace • Be flexible to meet changing business needs #LI-VM1 Function: Finance Operations Country: United Kingdom Office Location: Newcastle Work Place type: Hybrid Advert Working at Sage means you’re supporting millions of small and medium sized businesses globally with technology to work faster and smarter. We leverage the future of AI, meaning business owners spend less time doing routine tasks, like entering invoices and generating reports, and more time pursuing their ambitions. Our colleagues are the best of the best. It’s why we were awarded 2024 Best Places to Work by Glassdoor. Because to achieve extraordinary outcomes, we need extraordinary teams. This means infusing Sage with people who knock down barriers, continuously innovate, and want to experience their potential. Learn more about working at Sage:sage.com/en-gb/company/careers/working-at-sage/ Watch a video about our culture:youtube.com/watch?v=qIoiCpZH-QE We celebrate individuality and welcome you to join us if you embrace all backgrounds, identities, beliefs, and ways of working. If you need support applying, reach out atcareers@sage.com. Learn more about DEI at Sage:sage.com/en-gb/company/careers/diversity-equity-and-inclusion/ Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Sage is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity and providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with physical and/or mental disabilities. In order to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all individuals, employment decisions at Sage will be based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. Sage does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, protected disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.